From our halls to Broadway!
Meet Isaac Phaman Reynolds — a proud 2015 graduate of Norman High School. After attending college at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, Isaac has now stepped onto the big stage in New York City as part of the cast of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" at The Lyric Theatre.
We’re so proud to see a former NPS student shining bright — congratulations, Isaac!
Meet Isaac Phaman Reynolds — a proud 2015 graduate of Norman High School. After attending college at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, Isaac has now stepped onto the big stage in New York City as part of the cast of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" at The Lyric Theatre.
We’re so proud to see a former NPS student shining bright — congratulations, Isaac!
Happy Thanksgiving from Norman Public Schools
We are grateful for our students, staff, families, community and everyone who make Norman Public Schools such a special place every day. May your Thanksgiving be filled with joy, rest, and time with the ones you love.
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday!
We are grateful for our students, staff, families, community and everyone who make Norman Public Schools such a special place every day. May your Thanksgiving be filled with joy, rest, and time with the ones you love.
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday!
Spreading Birthday Joy Through Service
A classroom service project at Truman Primary School is helping ensure every child can feel celebrated on their birthday. Students and families partnered to create birthday cake kits for kids who may not otherwise get one — complete with cake mix, icing, and candles chosen thoughtfully by students themselves.
This meaningful project teaches empathy, kindness, and the power of giving, all while making a child’s special day a little brighter.
A classroom service project at Truman Primary School is helping ensure every child can feel celebrated on their birthday. Students and families partnered to create birthday cake kits for kids who may not otherwise get one — complete with cake mix, icing, and candles chosen thoughtfully by students themselves.
This meaningful project teaches empathy, kindness, and the power of giving, all while making a child’s special day a little brighter.
Congratulations to Gregory Williams!
We are proud to spotlight Gregory Williams of Norman North High School, who has been nominated by Tom Cole, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 4th District, to the U.S. Air Force Academy for 2026.
This nomination recognizes Gregory’s exceptional academic performance, leadership, athletic and extracurricular excellence, and commitment to service.
“The want to serve our country in uniform is deserving of all our respect,” Congressman Cole said. “I am honored to recommend these distinguished young men and women from the Fourth District for appointment to one of our nation’s esteemed military academies. They are truly so impressive and, regardless of what path they end up taking, I am sure that each one of them have bright futures ahead of them.”
Please join us in congratulating Gregory and wishing him the very best as he advances through this competitive appointment process.
Congratulations, Ms. Pappan!
Norman Public Schools is excited to share that Tisha Pappan, one of our incredible special education teachers, has been honored through KFOR’s Pay It 4ward Campaign!
Ms. Pappan received a $400 award in recognition of her compassion, dedication, and the countless ways she supports and uplifts her students every day. Her commitment to creating an inclusive, empowering learning environment is truly inspiring.
Please join us in celebrating Ms. Pappan for this well-deserved recognition!
Norman Public Schools is excited to share that Tisha Pappan, one of our incredible special education teachers, has been honored through KFOR’s Pay It 4ward Campaign!
Ms. Pappan received a $400 award in recognition of her compassion, dedication, and the countless ways she supports and uplifts her students every day. Her commitment to creating an inclusive, empowering learning environment is truly inspiring.
Please join us in celebrating Ms. Pappan for this well-deserved recognition!
Build the Habit of Attendance 🧠 Good attendance starts with showing up on time and prepared to learn.
#BePresentYouMatter
🌟 Senior Spotlight: Francis 🌟
While attending Norman North High School, Francis has excelled in the arts and classroom. He appreciates his time at North because it "has prepared me for my future by exposing me to high-level material and methods of thinking, and by teaching me how to operate effectively both in an individual and a cooperative setting."
Congratulations and good luck at Washington Francis! We are so #NPSproud of you! 🎓💙
Be in School, Be Ready to Learn 📅 Help your child form a routine of showing up and giving their best!
📚 Celebrate Black History Month with the power of storytelling! Our NPS librarians have suggested some great books to explore.
These books for secondary readers celebrate black authors. What’s on your reading list? 📚✨
Pre-K enrollment is open! Our Pre-K programs are small classes, focused on developing students' character with emotional, social, intellectual, and physical engagement.
Enroll today! https://www.normanpublicschools.org/page/pre-k-enrollment-information
What we say matters! There is an art to speaking about mental health in order to reduce stigma and avoid labeling.
Check out these helpful tips from the National Alliance on Mental Illness: https://namica.org/blog/say-this-not-this-speaking-about-mental-health
Happy Presidents Day!
Today, we celebrate the leaders who have shaped our nation—especially those who inspire the names of our elementary schools! (We love you too Lakeview!) We’re proud to honor the Presidents' legacies every day through learning and leadership.
🌟 Senior Spotlight: Isabelle 🌟
While attending Norman North High School, Isabelle has led the band as head drum major, been a member of the National Honor Society, and volunteered with Make-A-Wish America. She appreciates her time at North because "NNHS has taught me a lot about community and the value of a support system. I would have never stepped out of my comfort zone without my teachers and peers behind me."
Congratulations and good luck at OU Isabelle! We are so #NPSproud of you! 🎓💙
📚 Celebrate Black History Month with the power of storytelling! Our NPS librarians have suggested some great books to explore. These picture books for middle-grade readers celebrate black authors. What’s on your reading list? 📚✨
Does where you sit in class matter? #TBT to Jere and Gordon comparing new and old desks at Norman High School circa 1953.
NPS Families, while there is some uncertainty regarding the forecast, road conditions are expected to be slick and hazardous in affected areas. Out of an abundance of caution, Wednesday, February 12, will be a snow day, and no instruction will take place for students. Please check your email for additional information. Stay safe and warm.
🌟 Congratulations to our National Merit Semifinalists! 🌟
We are #NPSProud of the students from Norman High and Norman North named National Merit Semifinalists! 🎓 Their hard work and dedication have earned them a place among the top academic achievers in the nation.
Let’s celebrate their incredible accomplishments as #NPSGoodThings and cheer them on as they move forward in this prestigious competition! 🎉👏
🥁 And the four Norman Public Schools Teacher of the Year Finalists are...
🔵 Kayla Melton, Kennedy Elementary, Kindergarten
🔵 Brittany Love, Lincoln Elementary, Teacher Librarian
🔵 Shane Zumwalt, Longfellow Middle School, Spanish Teacher
🔵 Dr. Bryan Frenette, Norman High School, Science Teacher
One finalist will be named the 2025 NPS District Teacher of the Year at the district’s annual Celebration of Excellence banquet on April 11. Please join us in congratulating these exceptional educators.
#NPSProud #NPSGoodThings
It is Kindness Week! 🤗 NPS Elementary Schools will be participating in Kindness Bingo!
Talk to your child about their kind acts throughout the week and help them get a blackout! 🔵
🎶✨ What a night to remember! Our Messages of Hope, Determination & Unity: A Black History Month Celebration was a breathtaking celebration of culture, history, and unity.
The music. The spoken words. The dances. Thanks to all who participated in the powerful performances that uplifted and inspired us all. Let’s continue to honor, learn, and celebrate Black history every day. 💙🎼